EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background
1.2 Objectives and Scope of Study
1.3 Research Considerations
1.4 Validation Roundtables
1.5 Report Structure

2. COST-BENEFIT MODEL

2.1 Overview of the Model
2.2 Cost Components

2.2.1 Wages and Benefits
2.2.2 Opportunity Costs
2.2.3 Disbursements
2.2.4 Administration

2.3 Benefit Components

2.3.1 Revenue Generated by Apprentice
2.3.2 Tax Credits

2.4 Reporting Framework

3. COST-BENEFIT RESULTS

3.1 Detailed Cost-Benefit Results by Trade

3.1.1 Automotive Service Technician
3.1.2 Bricklayer
3.1.3 Carpenter
3.1.4 Construction Electrician
3.1.5 Cook
3.1.6 Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
3.1.7 Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
3.1.8 Insulator
3.1.9 Machinist
3.1.10 Mobile Crane Operator
3.1.11 Motor Vehicle Body Repairer
3.1.12 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
3.1.13 Sheet Metal Worker
3.1.14 Sprinkler System Installer
3.1.15 Tool and Die Maker

3.2 Summary of Cost-Benefit Results by Trade
3.3 Validation Roundtable Findings

3.3.1 Economist Roundtable
3.3.2 Automotive Service Technician Roundtable
3.3.3 Construction Electrician Roundtable
3.3.4 Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Roundtable
3.3.5 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Roundtable
3.3.6 Summary

4. SURVEY RESULTS

4.1 Qualitative Benefits of Apprenticeship Training

4.1.1 Reasons for Investing in Apprenticeship
4.1.2 Benefit of Apprenticeship Training to Journeypersons
4.1.3 Advantages of Employing a Homegrown Journeyperson

4.2 Financial Support for Apprentices
4.3 Perceived Productive Value vs. Training Costs
4.4 Poaching Risk

5. CONCLUSIONS

APPENDIX A: SAMPLE DESCRIPTION

APPENDIX B: SURVEY ADMINISTRATION

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